Pacific Salmon Strategy Initiative (PSSI): Upper Fraser River Salmon Conservation Hatchery

Phase 1: Site preparation, Earthworks, and Utilities

Includes site vegetation clearing and stripping of overburden material within the development area to establish a suitable grade and foundation for the next phase. Approximately 0.8 hectares within the project area will be cleared of vegetation, followed by the removal of 5,300 m³ overburden material. Some material will be stockpiled onsite while the remaining material will be disposed of at an appropriate facility. Approximately 30,000 m³ of engineered fill material will be transported on location to support site grading, fill and compaction activities, as well as to elevate the site footprint to meet the City of Prince George Flood Plain Regulation. The site will be graded to achieve temporary construction access, site road/pathways and site drainage. Planned building areas will be prepared for installation of building slabs, footings and/or foundations. Underground utility services, including water supply lines, domestic and fire protection waterlines, and sanitary and storm water piping, and electrical conduits, will be installed via trenching activities.

Phase 2: Facility Construction

Commencement of concrete works for building foundations and hatchery infrastructure, above-ground installation of utility services, and underground building utility service tie-ins will take place. Hatchery infrastructure to include building of a staff residence and office, workshop, storage facilities, two indoor hatchery modules, an aeration tower, head tanks, and a series of holding tubs. Other infrastructure requirements will include water delivery and sanitation systems, a backup power generator and effluent channel.

Phase 3: Finishing Works & Commissioning

Anticipated to complete culvert installation, grading of roads, pathways and sidewalks, and the installation of curbs and pathways. Landscaping elements will include planting of trees and vegetation. A fence and gate will be installed surrounding the hatchery facility. Signage and other finishing items will be installed throughout the hatchery facility. Finally, the site will undergo the commissioning phase where final utility connections and systems will be tested and building infrastructure will undergo furnishing.